Barcelona Eye €40M-Rated AC Milan Standout as Potential Replacement for PSG Target | OneFootball

Frenkie de Jong’s future at Barcelona is uncertain as he enters the final year of his contract. Several European clubs are interested, with one Premier League team reportedly making him a top target.

Last October, SPORT reported that Manchester United, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain were all monitoring De Jong’s situation closely.

Although De Jong wants to stay at Barcelona, PSG’s history of signing players from the club makes them a strong contender. Meanwhile, Barcelona seems open to selling, with Mundo Deportivo noting that financial issues have made a contract renewal less of a priority.

Recently, CaughtOffside reported that Liverpool have discussed their summer transfer plans, with De Jong among the players under consideration. However, his wages could present a significant obstacle.

Barcelona are said to be willing to sell De Jong for around €35 million, but Liverpool and other potential suitors remain concerned about his high salary at the Nou Camp.

Barcelona have eyes on Frenkie de Jong replacement

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Fichajes reports that Barcelona are eyeing Tijjani Reijnders as one of their top priorities for the upcoming transfer window. The club’s sports management, led by Deco, has already begun taking steps to secure the Dutch midfielder, whose performances at AC Milan have impressed the Catalan side.

Hansi Flick has reportedly given the go-ahead for the move, which could serve as a backup plan if Frenkie de Jong departs. Milan are not expected to make it easy for Barcelona, having set the player’s value at over €40 million—an amount Barcelona are willing to consider.